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Join The Great Welsh Virtual Races

With the Great Welsh Full & Half Marathons postponed until Sunday 27th September, we know that some of you may not be able to join us. We also know that some of you will want to put all of your training to use now and run the distance you’ve signed up for. As such, we’ve

POSTPONED Great Welsh Marathon and Half Marathon 2020: COVID-19 update

We’ve postponed our event on 5th April With the continued and rapid spread of COVID-19 across the world, we’ve seen many events being postponed or cancelled. So, it’s with a heavy heart and utter disappointment that we’re letting you know we also have to do the same and postpone next month’s Great Welsh races. We

COVID-19 Update on Events

As of today (11.03.2020) We (Front Runner Events) are continuing to closely monitor developments relating to the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).  We currently remain intent on delivering all planned races for the foreseeable future in line with UK Govt advice that there is no rationale to postponing sporting events in Britain because of coronavirus. As such, we are still

The Dos & Don’ts of Running A Marathon!

A marathon is a difficult challenge but running 26.2 miles or over 42km is achievable with the right training, preparation and application. Here’s a handy guide provided by our training partners at realbuzz.com that highlights some the dos and don’ts of running a marathon.   The dos of running a marathon Be positive. – Positivity

New Route Announced For The Great Welsh Races

Front Runner Events Limited are proud to release the NEW route for the Great Welsh Full and Half Marathon that will take place on Sunday 5th April 2020.  Runners will be delighted to hear that the race will be starting and finishing in the magnificent Pembrey Country Park. The 2020 race will be the fourth edition

RECORD NUMBER OF RUNNERS TURN OUT FOR THE GREATEST WELSH MARATHON TO DATE

The third edition of the Great Welsh Marathon & Half Marathon organised by Front Runner Events that took place on Sunday 14th April was hailed an overwhelming success, with a record number of runners taking on both sold-out races. Despite the windy Welsh weather, the runners taking on this year’s race were supported by hundreds

Everything You Need To Know To #BeYourBest At The Great Welsh Races

It’s marathon season once again and runners from across the UK and beyond are gearing up for South Wales’ oldest marathon, aptly named the Great Welsh Marathon. Taking place this Sunday (14th April) from the Festival Fields in Llanelli at 9am. Comprising of a full marathon as well as a half, participants will enjoy a

Honour The Half

Are you facing the challenge with Front Runner Events by signing up to run at one or all of our races? We want you to #BeYourBest as you hit the pavements in training and at our events. We want to help and educate our runners with some race day tips and compulsory rules. For 2019

Race Day Guide

What time does it Start? Where can I park? Is there a bag drop? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. With the Great Welsh Full & Half Marathon only a few weeks away, Race Packs have started arriving with our runners and it’s time to start planning everything for Race Day from travel and parking